Best headphone for noise cancelling, Expert advice to choose

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I researched the best headphones for noise cancelling because I really need something solid for blocking out background noise while working and traveling. I have spent the past few days reading expert reviews from sources like the new york times, consumer techredar and wired. Across the board, these two headphones are consistently rated as the top picks:

  • Bose QC (QuietComfort) Bluetooth Headphones

https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Bluetooth-Headphones-Cancelling

  • Sony XM4 (WH-1000XM4)

https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Bluetooth-Headphones-Cancelling

However, I am torn between the two. Both seem excellent, but I am not sure which one would better suit my needs. I would mostly use them during work hours, flights and noisy environments. Comfort, noise cancellation performance, and call clarity are my top priorities.

Has anyone here tried both or either of them? Any recommendations or personal experience would be hugely appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

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I’ve used both. Both have excellent noise canceling – among the class leaders.

It really comes down to comfort and sound. Neither sound anywhere near as good as a comparably priced wired headphone or IEM, but they’re OK for wireless. V-shaped with bloomy bass.

The Bose QC are among the most comfortable, light headphones I’ve worn. But that’s my head and ears. Your mileage may vary.

Good luck.